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World Cup Fan ID holders will get visa-free entry to Russia for year

Fan ID holders will be granted visa-free entry into Russia until the end of this year. Family and friends traveling with them may also qualify for free visas.

23/07/2018

Russia

Charge continues on second stage of 2018 Silk Way Rally

In the cars, Nasser Al-Attiyah won the second stage of the 2018 Silk Way Rally in his Toyota Hilux, but only with front wheel drive after the rear differential failed. In the trucks category, Team Kamaz-Master were back on form with six-out-of-six.

22/07/2018

Russia

Putin tries to calm retirement age outcry

Putin tries to calm retirement age outcry

22/07/2018

Sport

Dramatic first day at 2018 Silk Way Rally

There was drama on day one of the 2018 Silk Way Rally. Nani Roma had to retire ill, while the wonderful sounding Toyota Hilux of Nasser Al Attiyah was victorious over the stage for the cars. In the truck class, Dmitry Sotnikov continued on his way to win the stage and save Kamaz’s honour.

21/07/2018

Russia

2018 Silk Way Rally gets underway

The Silk Way Rally is back. Astrakhan plays host to an intense week of cross country action on the way to Red Square in Moscow. Competitors from around the world have been preparing their teams and vehicles for 3,500kms of what is commonly considered one of the toughest tests in the world.

20/07/2018

Russia

Russia proposes plan to US to begin return of refugees to Syria

The Russian Federation has sent a proposal package to the US on organising the return of an estimated 1.7 million Syrian refugees to pre-war areas of Syria, TASS reports.

20/07/2018

Russia

Russian ministry continues using Telegram despite ban

The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Telegram channel continues to be active despite a court ruling that blocked country-wide access to the messenger service back in April.

20/07/2018

Russia

Russian Ministry of Defense unveils new high-tech weaponry

Amidst efforts to strengthen its military security and potential, Russia has released footage of what is claimed to be the world's most technologically-advanced strategic weaponry.

19/07/2018

Russia

Putin: Meeting with Trump was "successful"

At a speech to his Ambassadors and permanent representatives on Thursday, President Putin says his meeting with President Trump was "successful and has led to useful agreements"

19/07/2018

Russia

Watch: Heavy rain batters newly-built World Cup stadium

Heavy rain damaged one of Russia's newly-built World Cup stadiums on Sunday after the tournament ended with the final in Moscow.

17/07/2018

Russia

Pussy Riot sentenced for 15 days in prison in Moscow

It's after they briefly entered the pitch during the World Cup final between France and Croatia on Sunday. They were found guilty of "seriously violating the rules of spectator behaviour".

17/07/2018

Russia

Pussy Riot upstages Putin with World Cup protest

A star defender says the activist group's demonstration may have contributed to Croatia's loss.

16/07/2018

Sport

How France won the World Cup

Euronews' take on how France won the World Cup.

15/07/2018

Russia

Pussy Riot invade pitch during World Cup final

The World Cup final was briefly interrupted after three intruders linked to Pussy Riot ran onto the pitch before being hauled away.

15/07/2018

Sport

19 things we'll remember from World Cup 2018 in Russia

It was a World Cup of set pieces, not superstars but nevertheless some inspirational and powerful moments. Here are a few...

15/07/2018

Russia

Russia hands over World Cup mantle to Qatar

Russia hands over World Cup mantle to Qatar.

15/07/2018

Sport

World Cup: France win 4-2 in final against Croatia

France win the 2018 World Cup tournament in a 4-2 victory against Croatia

14/07/2018

Russia

World Cup 2018: France expects

Expectations are extremely high here in France ahead of Sunday's World Cup final.

14/07/2018

Sport

Why Croatia football fans wear water polo caps

There is a wide range of fan gear at the World Cup. Some wear jerseys, some wrap themselves in the flag of their country. And some--the Croatians--wear water polo caps.

12/07/2018

Russia

Croatia beat England 2-1 to secure a spot in the World Cup final

Croatia beat England 2-1 to secure a spot in the World Cup final

11/07/2018

Sport

In pictures: Players' kids hit the pitch at World Cup

Take a look at some of the sweetest moments as football players share centre stage with their nearest and dearest.

11/07/2018

Russia

World Cup animals: From psychic pigs to a mystic octopus

Animals said to have psychic powers have become a tradition at the World Cup. But who was the most accurate?

11/07/2018

Sport

Croatia's Domagoj Vida apologises for "Glory to Ukraine" video

FIFA is now investigating a second video that has surfaced of Croatian defender Domagoj Vida shouting “Glory to Ukraine!”

11/07/2018

Sport

World Cup: France are through to the final after beating Belgium 1-0

France will play in Sunday's World Cup final after beating Belgium 1-0.

10/07/2018

Russia

LGBT activists protest in Moscow by forming 'hidden' Pride flag

In honour of Pride Month, six activists joined together for three days in Moscow during the World Cup wearing different coloured football shirts to represent the pride flag of the LGBT community.

10/07/2018

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Belgian fans raise the roof on flight to World Cup game in St Petersburg

Belgian fans on their way to St Petersburg had a great time during their flight.

10/07/2018